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February 3, 2026
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TL;DR
- Ford is reportedly in early-stage talks with Chinese EV maker Xiaomi regarding a potential joint venture for U.S. electric vehicle production.
- Ford has also engaged in discussions with other Chinese manufacturers like BYD.
- A U.S. Congressman criticized the potential partnership, stating it would "turn its back on American and allied partners" and increase U.S. dependency on China.
- Ford's CEO, Jim Farley, is known to admire Chinese EVs and previously warned they pose an "existential threat" to the Western auto industry.
- Analysts suggest a Ford-Xiaomi partnership could trigger a "domino effect" on other U.S. automakers and raise questions about industrial policy and national security.
- Despite a restrictive political climate, former President Trump has indicated a willingness to welcome Chinese companies building factories and employing workers in the U.S.